Warehouse Operative

26-27 Thurston Co. Food Bank Warehouse & Procurement Support

This is an AmeriCorps/Washington Service Corps national service position. It is contingent on funding and open until filled. Thurston County Food Bank (TCFB) is committed to eliminating hunger in our community through neighbor-helping-neighbor service. TCFB serves more than 71,000 community members annually through pantries, satellite and mobile programs, home delivery, and partnerships with regional agencies. Forty nine percent of those we serve are children under the age of 18. AmeriCorps members play a critical role in expanding access to nutritious food while supporting dignity, equity, and community resilience. The member will focus on procuring food, repackaging and processing orders and supporting all aspects of receiving and delivering food to those we collaborate with. This position provides an opportunity to learn about food insecurity in Thurston County, WA and how our collective community efforts work to reduce barriers to accessing food for marginalized, underserved and underrepresented members of our community. We expect to begin rolling review of applications and interviews in mid-late July. Monthly stipend amount: $2,438.

Member Duties

• The Warehouse and Procurement Support Member assists with food receiving and distribution.
• They will inspect and process shipments; maintain inventory control and safe work areas, and using warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, and balers.
• Duties include sorting, packing, restocking, and distributing food, assisting with dock operations and deliveries, and working independently or with staff and volunteers, including occasional off-site support.

Program Benefits

• Childcare assistance if eligible
• Education award upon successful completion of service
• Health Coverage
• Monthly stipend amount: $2,438
• Stipend
• Training

Terms

• Car recommended
• Permits attendance at school during off hours
• Permits working at another job during off hours

26-27 Thurston Co. Food Bank Warehouse & Procurement Support